Kyoto (conference)

The Kyoto Conference, formally known as the Kyoto Protocol, was an international agreement adopted in 1997 in Japan to combat climate change. It aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to global warming. Countries that signed the protocol committed to setting specific targets for emissions reductions. Developed nations were given heavier responsibilities, as they were historically the largest polluters. The Kyoto Protocol marked one of the first significant attempts to address climate change collectively, highlighting the need for global cooperation in protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices. It went into effect in 2005.